Ramprakash was previously married to Vandana Bhatt for 18 years, but they split in 2010 - just a year before he met Puja - following accusations he had cheated with office worker Sadia Saleem.

The sportsman said at the time: "I am distraught at the grief I have caused my wife and family, who I love very much."

His lawyer added: "They had a relationship and it's now over. Mark has confessed everything to his wife and he is devastated that he has caused her such unhappiness. He realises he was being very foolish and let a lot of people down."

While a spokesman said: “Mark Ramprakash and his wife Vandana are to divorce. They are both sad about this and are agreeing to an amicable parting. Their priority is the wellbeing of their two daughters.“